Bathurst, New Brunswick Attractions
The very busy little town of Bathurst lies on Baie Nepsiguit, a cove at the south of Baie des Chaleurs, into which the Nepsiguit River flows.
The town was founded in the 17th C by French-speaking Acadians led by Governor Nicholas Denys.
Importance
Today Bathurst is an important industrial town and business center for an extensive area. One of the world's largest zinc mines is worked near here. In the town center will be found shops and service industries, boutiques, etc. in the modern Center Chaleur.
Bathurst has a year round Saturday morning Farmer's Market and a lovely waterfront promenade with shops and restaurants.
The town was founded in the 17th C by French-speaking Acadians led by Governor Nicholas Denys.
Importance
Today Bathurst is an important industrial town and business center for an extensive area. One of the world's largest zinc mines is worked near here. In the town center will be found shops and service industries, boutiques, etc. in the modern Center Chaleur.
Bathurst has a year round Saturday morning Farmer's Market and a lovely waterfront promenade with shops and restaurants.
Bathurst Farmer's Market
The Farmers Market is held on Main Street.
In the market visitors can find meats, fresh local produce, crafts, and more, although most tourists go to experience the market itself and the mix of cultures.
The market is open year round on Saturday mornings.
In the market visitors can find meats, fresh local produce, crafts, and more, although most tourists go to experience the market itself and the mix of cultures.
The market is open year round on Saturday mornings.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 13:00 |
Bathurst Harbor
Bathurst has a small sheltered harbor used by fishermen and with a marina enjoyed by spare-time sailors.
Royal Canadian Legion War Museum
The Royal Canadian Legion War Museum in Bathurst displays military artifacts, such as weapons, medals, badges, pictures, and uniforms from the World War I, World War II, and the Korean war.
Youghall Beach Park
The well-tended Youghall Beach Park extends along the north side of Bathurst harbor bay. There are some fine spots for bathing and a marina. Not far away is an interesting bird-sanctuary.
Bathurst Surroundings
Brunswick Lead (Zinc Mine)
20km (13mi) south-west of Bathurst is one of the world's most productive zinc mines.
The mine formerly operated under the name Noranda but in 2006 merged with Falconbridge and later became Xstrata.
The mine formerly operated under the name Noranda but in 2006 merged with Falconbridge and later became Xstrata.
Petit-Rocher - New Brunswick Mining and Mineral Interpretation Center, Canada
To the north of Bathurst, near Petit-Rocher the New Brunswick Mining & Mineral Interpretation Center is open to visitors. A mining shaft gives an idea of what working underground is like. Visitors can look into caverns and see how an actual subterranean road network is laid out to enable the valuable minerals to be extracted.
Tetagouche Waterfalls
Tetagouche, to the south-west of Bathurst, and Pabineau Falls to the south, are two most impressive waterfalls.
Old dam ruins are located next to the falls and there are trails and a picnic area available.
Old dam ruins are located next to the falls and there are trails and a picnic area available.
